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Bank of England’s MPC expected to pause interest rate cuts
The UK economy is weakening, but persistent inflation means experts expect the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) to vote against a cut to UK interest rates at this week’s meeting
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Inflation holds steady at 3.8% ahead of BoE meeting
The rate of inflation did not rise in August, but the Bank of England is still expected to keep interest rates on hold tomorrow
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State pension age rises hurt this group the most – should we be working longer?
The government wants us working longer to boost the economy and reduce the state pension bill – but previous increases in state pension age have not been felt equally
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Santander reveals failed home sales are costing the UK economy £1.5 billion - how to fix the housing market
A lack of certainty in the homebuying process is frustrating for buyers and sellers but is also bad for the economy
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State pension could rise by £560 next year – triggering pensioner tax for first time in 2027
Frozen income tax thresholds are on a collision course with the state pension increases, dragging more pensioners into paying tax
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The best cash ISAs – September 2025
Savings The best cash ISAs can help you make the most of your tax-free savings. Here are the top rates to grow your money – take advantage before they disappear
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Thousands of savers with £250k pensions take cash over tax-free money and IHT fears
With a record £70 billion withdrawn from pensions in the year to March, experts are concerned savers are making knee-jerk decisions without advice that could affect their long term wealth
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The best one-year fixed savings accounts – earn up to 4.45%
Savings One-year fixed savings accounts are now offering inflation-beating rates of up to 4.45%. We've rounded up the best deals available on the market now
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UK jobs market continues to slow, but interest rate cut ‘ruled out’
The number of payrolled employees fell again in the latest labour market report, and regular wage growth continued to slow
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Could the AI megacap bubble burst?
Will the artificial intelligence boom will continue to post market-beating growth, or has time come for the AI megacaps?
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Could your family be at risk of an unexpected tax bill? How to keep your loved ones in the loop
Many families are out of the loop when it comes to planning the financial aspects of both retirement and inheritance
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Rightmove: Glut of homes for sale in southern England drives asking price drop
Asking prices are 0.1% lower than a year ago, according to the property website, driven by challenges in affordability-stretched London and the south
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UK inflation: Consumer Prices Index release dates
The next UK inflation report will be published this week. What day does it come out and where are prices heading?
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5 ways your boss can help boost your pension
Workplaces have a huge opportunity to make employees more aware of their pension options throughout their career – here’s how your employer can help boost your pot to help give you a more comfortable retirement
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Car finance compensation: FCA warns drivers against using rip off claims firms for share of £18bn
The FCA estimates most eligible motorists will receive around £950 in compensation per agreement – and said they won’t need a claims management company or law firm to access a redress scheme
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GDP: UK economy flat in July
Analysts have warned that growth could be slower in the second half of the year than the first
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Landlords forecast to exit BTL market in droves – has the exodus started?
Smaller landlords are selling up in their tens of thousands, according to brokers, findings echoed by higher capital gains tax receipts on property. Is the era of the amateur landlord over?
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Klarna IPO: how did the Swedish fintech perform on debut?
Klarna’s shares made a fast start following the BNPL company’s New York debut, but momentum waned later on. Should you invest in Klarna shares?
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The 2% trick – how tiny pension top ups could add thousands to your retirement
A third of UK adults have increased their monthly pension contributions beyond the minimum, according to new research, putting them in line for a more comfortable retirement
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Oracle’s shares surge as OpenAI deal boosts outlook
Gains of 36% in a day for Oracle’s stock made co-founder Larry Ellison briefly the world’s richest man
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RICS: Property market confidence falls further as Autumn Budget looms
Property experts claim buyer confidence dropped for a second month in August, with several citing Budget speculation as a headwind
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HMRC toughens checks on pension tax relief claims – could you be missing out on extra money?
The change is going to be a pain for some higher and additional rate taxpayers who are used to claiming already and who will now need to do some extra legwork
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Best inflation-beating savings accounts to make your money work hard
We explore the savings accounts that can best protect your money from inflation as millions of savers miss out on inflation-beating rates.
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Are you likely to run out of money in retirement?
Working out how much to withdraw from a pension can be tricky given the uncertainty when planning for living costs, investment returns and longevity.
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Pension fees: how to check yours for a retirement boost worth thousands
Nearly three in five UK adults are unaware of the fees they pay on their pension, despite research showing that higher fees could wipe tens of thousands of pounds off the value of your retirement fund
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British Airways tier points system explained
British Airways shook up its tier points system in April. We explain how the loyalty programme works, how it’s different from collecting Avios, and what benefits you can enjoy
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Why growth investors could consider UK small caps
UK equities are unloved and undervalued, and this is especially true of small caps. Despite these low valuations, there are plenty of potential growth drivers.
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Gold price passes $3,600
The yellow metal’s relentless rise continues, with the price of gold now bearing down on the $4,000 threshold
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Which is best – buy-to-let or shares?
Buy-to-let property used to be a great investment, but it’s no longer a sure-fire way to make money.
